GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plethora | an ample amount or number : abundance |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |
| drama | a composition (see composition |
| soporific | causing or tending to cause sleep |
| vital | of the utmost importance |
| fester | to generate pus |
| downcast | low in spirit : dejected |
| jaundiced | affected with or as if with jaundice |
| unsullied | not soiled or tarnished : not sullied |
| concise | marked by brevity of expression or statement : free from all elaboration and superfluous detail |